Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
08:00 WAT, Saturday 25 April: Newcastle Jets v Central Coast Mariners in the A League, played at McDonald Jones Stadium. In the table, Newcastle Jets are 10th, in the drop zone, on 2 points after 4 matches; Central Coast Mariners are 11th (in the drop zone) with 2. They are level on points, so the winner climbs above the loser.
Current form
Newcastle Jets, last 5: DDLWL Their latest outing: 2–2 draw with Melbourne Victory, away. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 1.7 conceded per game.
Central Coast Mariners, last 5: WDLDL Their latest outing: 1–0 win over Auckland, away. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.8 conceded per game.
Head to head
When they last met (28 Feb 2026) it ended Central Coast Mariners 0–0 Newcastle Jets.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Newcastle Jets 2.2 xG, Central Coast Mariners 1.5 xG – a total near 3.7. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 72% and GG at 66%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Newcastle Jets 57%, draw 20%, Central Coast Mariners 22%.
GG/NG: GG (66%) at 1.38.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 2.5 goals (72%, odds 1.28). Most likely score in line with that pick: Newcastle Jets 2–1 Central Coast Mariners. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Newcastle Jets57%fair 1.74 · @1.48
Draw20%fair 4.95 · @4.90
Central Coast Mariners22%fair 4.47 · @5.20
3.65Expected goals
2.15Newcastle Jets xG
1.50Central Coast Mariners xG
66%Both score
72%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
2–19%
1–18%
2–27%
3–16%
1–26%
2–06%
From our goals model: Newcastle Jets 2.2 – 1.5 Central Coast Mariners expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners?
Our pick is Over 2.5 goals with a 72% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners?
On our numbers Newcastle Jets have a 57% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Central Coast Mariners 22%.
How many goals will there be in Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners?
We expect about 3.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 72% likely and both teams score 66% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners?
Our predicted score is Newcastle Jets 2–1 Central Coast Mariners, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.7 goals in total.
When is Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners?
Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners (A League) kicks off on Saturday 25 April 2026 at 08:00 (West Africa Time) at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
